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What is the result of electron density shifting towards the more electronegative atom in a covalent bond?

Options

  1. AThe bond becomes nonpolar.
  2. BThe bond becomes polar.
  3. CThe bond breaks.
  4. DThe bond gains an extra electron.

Correct answer

B. The bond becomes polar.

Step-by-step solution

The shift of electron density towards the more electronegative atom results in a polar covalent bond.

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